I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.
software license audit threat. I've been dealing with this for about 6 months now and the situation isn't improving.
The contract was signed 9 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $86,000.
Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?
Been there. Here's what I learned.
In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.
Attorney here. Here's my take on the legal issues.
The legal framework here involves both federal and state law. At the federal level, UCC Article 2. Your state may provide additional protections.
You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.
I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.
Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.
I've seen this play out several times in my field.
What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
The biggest mistake people make in this situation is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.
I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.
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